2004 Nissan Xterra Recalls

NHTSA lists 2 recall campaigns for the 2004 Nissan Xterra. A recall applies only to vehicles built within the affected range, so check your own VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. Repairs for recalls are free at a franchised dealer.

• 10V554000Nov 11, 2010500,552 vehicles potentially affected
  Steering › Column
  Covers: Nissan Xterra 2002–2004, Frontier 2002–2004

  Reported issue: Nissan is recalling certain model year 2002-2004 frontier vehicles manufactured from july 9, 2001 through october 20, 2004, and model year 2002-2004, xterra vehicles manufactured from july 9, 2001, through january 6, 2005. Over time corrosion may form in the lower steering column joint and limit movement of the joint. The limited movement of this joint may create excessive load on the lower steering column shaft…

  Possible consequence: The shaft may break which could result in loss of steering control during these low speed maneuvers increasing the risk of a crash.

  Remedy: The steering column shaft and joint will be replaced with a shaft of a different design. This service will be performed free of charge. The recall began on december 13, 2010. Owners may contact nissan at 1-800-647-7261.

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• 04V581000Dec 15, 2004131 vehicles potentially affected
  Trailer hitches
  Covers: Nissan Xterra 2004

  Reported issue: On certain sport utility vehicles, the accessory tow hitch attachment bolts may not have been tightened to the proper specification.

  Possible consequence: This could cause the tow hitch to loosen or separate from the vehicle which could result in a crash without warning.

  Remedy: Dealers will tighten the tow hitch. The recall began on january 3, 2005. Owners should contact nissan at 1-800-647-7261.

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